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Zurich City Tour with 1-Hour Lake Cruise

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Zurich Opera House

Get the complete Zurich sightseeing experience in a comfortable coach, a walking tour across the Old Town and a scenic cruise ride on Lake Zurich.

Highlights

  • Discover Zurich’s iconic landmarks in a 3-in-1 trip: coach tour, walking tour and a one-hour cruise ride.

  • Board the comfortable coach and catch glimpses of the Swiss National Museum and Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world’s most exclusive shopping centers.

  • Explore churches and museums popular for their Romanesque-style interiors on a guided walk through the Old Town with an English-speaking expert.

  • Cruise through the waters of Lake Zurich for an hour and admire the grand lakeside villas nestled between the mountains.

  • Did you know? The Swiss National Museum is also known as Landesmuseum as it is housed inside a castle-like structure.

Inclusions

  • Walking tour of Old Town

  • 1-hour Lake Zurich cruise

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Hotel transfers in a climate-controlled coach

  • English Audio guide on cruise

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Unveil the Beauty of Zurich on a Sightseeing Tour

Begin your Zurich sightseeing tour by boarding a comfortable, climate-controlled coach and traveling across the city’s iconic landmarks. Witness the castle-like Swiss National Museum, the exclusive shopping complex Bahnhofstrasse, and the financial district. Soak in breathtaking views of Lake Zurich as the coach stops for a short break at the Enge Harbor. Continue along the lake and admire the architectural beauty of the Opera House. Delve into the city’s vibrant educational scene at the renowned ETH, a leading technical and scientific institution, and the University of Zurich, a historical space known for its research contributions. Marvel at the city’s elegant mansions, snow-covered Alps, and the Kunsthaus art museum.

Guided Walking Tour & Cruise Ride

Walk through the Old Town, the best-preserved city center since Europe’s medieval times, offers a stunning view of the city’s history. As you explore the narrow alleys, learn from your guide interesting stories and discover local crafts and souvenirs. Bid farewell to your guide and make a move to 1-hour cruise ride on Lake Zurich’s crystal clear waters. There is an audio guide available onboard and you can hear captivating tales about the city’s heritage as you take in picturesque cityscapes.

Itinerary

  • Zürich HB (Carpark Sihlquai)

  • Harbor Enge

  • Zürichberg District

  • Münsterhof

  • Bürklipatz

  • Lake Zürich

Important Information

  • It is recommended to download the ZSG Tour App in advance if f you do not have unlimited data in Switzerland.

Restrictions

  • The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

  • The tour route can be amended due to construction work or public events.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Best of Switzerland Tours AG.

  • Address: Sihlquai Coach Parking, Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Schweiz.

  • Landmark: Near Zurich's main train station.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai. It is a quick 1-min walk to the meeting point.

  • Board buses 15EX, 15EXU, 15EXU3, or more to get you there.

By Tram

  • The closest tram stop is Sihlquai/HB. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board trams #4, #18, #13, or #17 to get you there.

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